Lina graciously lent a helping hand as Joana adorned herself in the exquisite dress, which embraced her figure like a dream, delicately accentuating her burgeoning belly. Standing before the mirror, with Lina expertly attending to her hair, Joana couldn't resist a soft smile as she beheld the gentle curve of her belly beautifully outlined by the fabric.
While the idea of perpetuating a facade of a relationship rather than experiencing a genuine connection troubled Joana, the relief of no longer concealing her pregnancy was a soothing balm to her soul. With her expectant state now unveiled, she embraced the early stages of motherhood with a newfound sense of joy, witnessing her belly's subtle swell as a testament to the precious life flourishing within.
Previously, Joana had harbored anxi
